2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 654 kg more than 2002 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Meriva | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
